Protect your pup during the cold winter months dog boots.
Dog boots are the best way to protect your pup’s paws during the winter months. Of course, not every dog enjoys having his or her feet pushed into little shoes. We’ve had great luck with PawZ by Top Paw – they’re tight rubber slip ons that don’t fall off and keep paws from getting too cold and full of snow (available on Amazon).
Get in the habit of immediately wiping or washing your pup’s paws with a warm cloth after a walk through snow or ice. Although there are a selection of pet wipes on the market, we find sensitive baby wipes are the cheapest, easiest and most convenient option.
Consider a wax-based cream to protect your pup’s paws from snow, ice and salt. One of the most popular balms for outdoor adventures is Musher’s Secret.
Artificially-heated air is very dry and can contribute to dry skin and cracked paws. Consider getting a humidifier to add moisture to the air and your pup’s skin and paws (not to mention your own skin).
The general rule of thumb is to bathe a healthy dog once a month with a mild dog shampoo or human baby shampoo (try Johnson’s baby shampoo).
